HNLMS Schorpioen, Den Helder

Name: HNLMS Schorpioen
Address: Den Helder, Netherlands
Telephone: +31 223 657 543

#6 among attractions in Den Helder

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Facts and practical information

HNLMS Schorpioen is a Schorpioen-class monitor built in France for the Royal Netherlands Navy in the 1860s. These new ships were equipped with heavy rifled 23 cm guns, and a heavy armor. The hull had an armor plated belt of 15 cm and the gun turret, housing the two guns, had almost 30 cm of armor. ()

Local name: Zr.Ms. Schorpioen Coordinates: 52°57'45"N, 4°46'18"E

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Den Helder Netherlands

Contact

+31 223 657 543

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HNLMS Schorpioen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Marinemuseum, Willemsoord, Schouwburg De Kampanje, Willemsoord Dry Dock I.

~470 ftN
Military museum, Museum, Specialty museum
Marinemuseum, Den Helder
3 min walk • The Dutch Navy Museum is a naval museum in Den Helder, Netherlands. The museum is dedicated to the history of the Koninklijke Marine.
~590 ftS
Museum, Maritime museum
Willemsoord, Den Helder
3 min walk • Willemsoord is a large former Naval base of the Royal Netherlands Navy in Den Helder. It is now connected to the city center of Den Helder, and focuses on entertainment and tourism.
~1530 ftS
52°57'31"N • 4°46'10"E
Schouwburg De Kampanje, Den Helder
8 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater
~690 ftSW
Neighbourhood
Willemsoord Dry Dock I, Den Helder
4 min walk • Willemsoord Dry Dock I is a historic dry dock in Willemsoord, Den Helder, Netherlands. It was constructed from 1813 till 1822, under the direction of Jan Blanken, and was part of the former Rijkswerf Willemsoord.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to HNLMS Schorpioen?

Nearby attractions include Marinemuseum, Den Helder (3 min walk), Willemsoord, Den Helder (3 min walk), Willemsoord Dry Dock I, Den Helder (4 min walk), Schouwburg De Kampanje, Den Helder (8 min walk).